FNS
Government & Politics abbreviation · US Federal Agency
| Stands for | Food and Nutrition Service |
|---|---|
| Categories | Government & Politics |
FNS stands for Food and Nutrition Service, a US federal agency abbreviation.
Administers federal nutrition assistance, including SNAP, WIC, the National School Lunch Program and school breakfast, through state agencies. These programs account for the majority of USDA spending, and the agency is led by an Administrator.
Example: States must report SNAP payment error rates to FNS every year.
Usage notes
Established in 1969 to run food programs previously handled by other USDA units. FNS sets eligibility rules and benefit levels, while state and local agencies enroll participants and issue benefits on EBT cards. The agency also writes the nutrition standards that school meals must meet.
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